Devaralan Aattam Cover Art

Devaralan Aattam Lyrics

From the movie Ponniyin Selvan 1

Devaralan Aattam Song Lyrics is the track from Ponniyin Selvan 1 Tamil Film – 2026, Starring Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Karthi, Ravi Mohan, Trisha Krishnan, Prabhu. This song was sung by A. R. Rahman. The music was composed by A. R. Rahman. Lyrics works penned by Popular Lyricist.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

A. R. Rahman
Music DirectorA. R. Rahman
PL
LyricistPopular Lyricist

Singers

Star Cast

Percussion Intro

Dam dam dam dam dama damare Dam dam dam dam dama damare
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Sek sek sek sek sek Sek sek sek sek sek
Sek sek sek sek sek Sek sek sek sek sek
Sek sek sek sek sek Sek sek sek sek sek
Sek sek sek sek sek Sek sek sek sekapana
Sek sek sek sekapana Sek sek sek sek sek
Sek sek sek sek sek Sek sek sek sekapana
Sek sek sek sekapana Sek sek sek sek sek
Sek sek sek sek sek Sek sek sek sekapana
Sek sek sek sekapana Pot pot pot pot
Pot pot pot pot Pot pot pot pot
Bat bat bat bat bat bat Bat bat bat bat bat bat
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Bat bat bat bat bat bat Bat bat bat bat bat bat
Bat bat bat padavena Bat bat bat bat padavena
Bat bat bat bat padavena Bat bat bat bat padavena
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Bat bat bat bat padavena Bat bat bat bat padavena

Verse 1

Oon patra ketta udalalai Vaal petru kettazhikave
Oon patra ketta udalalai Vaal petru kettazhikave
Oon patra ketta udalalai Vaal petru kettazhikave

Percussion Break

Dam dam dam dam dama damare Dam dam dam dam dama damare
Dam dam dam dam dam damare Dam dama dam dam damare

Chorus

Soozhaanadhu soozhaanadhu soozhaanadhu yuttham
Soodaanadhu soodaanadhu soodaanadhu rattham
Poraadudhal poraadudhal poraadudhal sittham
Theeraadhini theeraadhini theeraadhini verichchaththam
Soozhaanadhu soozhaanadhu soozhaanadhu yuttham
Soodaanadhu soodaanadhu soodaanadhu rattham
Poraadudhal poraadudhal poraadudhal sittham
Theeraadhini theeraadhini theeraadhini verichchaththam

Verse 2

Koththupparai koththupparai koththupparai kottu
Raththaseru raththaseru raththaseru vettu
Kotta pagai kotta pagai kotta pagai vettu
Thuttachcheyal thuttachcheyal thuttachcheyal kattu

Bridge 1

Seruvaettalai pesidudhe Varugaettinai odhidudhe
Oru kaattidai theeyulladhe Adhai aatridavaa peyale

Percussion Break

Dam dam dam dam dama damare Dam dam dam dam dama damare
Dam dam dam dam dam damare Dam dama dam dam damare

Bridge 2

Seruvaettalai pesidudhe Varugaettinai odhidudhe
Oru kaattidai theeyulladhe Adhai aatridavaa peyale

Percussion Break

Dum dum dum dum dum dum Dum dum dum dum dum dum
Dum dum dum Dum dum dum dum dum dum
Dum dum dum

Invocation 1

Sengurudhi seyone, vangodiya velone Sevvalari tholone, en kudiya kaappone

Invocation 2

Kadambaa Idumbaa Murugaa Kathirvel Kumaraa Marudhaa
Thudivel arasarkkarase Vadivel arulvaai malarvaai!

Percussion Break

Dum dum dum Dum dum dum

Verse 3

Maamazhai peythidumaa? Maanilam ongkidumaa?
Koppugazhi thaangidumaa? Kudigalum ongkidumaa?

Chorus 2

Varudaa kodadaa edudaa Varuvai tharuvai udane
Sega sega sega segavena Sennira kurudhiyai kottu!
Varudaa kodadaa edudaa Varuvai tharuvai udane
Sega sega sega segavena Sennira kurudhiyai kottu!

Verse 3 Reprise

Maamazhai peythidumaa? Maanilam ongkidumaa?
Koppugazhi thaangidumaa? Kudigalum ongkidumaa?

Outro / Climax

Koththupparai kottelundhida Suththuppagai kettazhindhida
Kotrakudi pattadhoruvanin Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Suththap bali kettaal Sangari Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Vendhan mudi kettaal Soodhani Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Ilaiyon thalai kettaal Bhairavi Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Koththupparai kottelundhida Suththuppagai kettazhindhida
Kotrakudi pattadhoruvanin Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Suththap bali kettaal Sangari Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Vendhan mudi kettaal Soodhani Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Ilaiyon thalai kettaal Bhairavi Koththupparai kottelundhida
Suththuppagai kettazhindhida Kotrakudi pattadhoruvanin
Koththupparai kottelundhida Suththuppagai kettazhindhida
Kotrakudi pattadhoruvanin Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Suththap bali kettaal Sangari Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu
Raththaththinai kotti baliyidu Ilaiyon thalai kettaal, Balikodu!
Balikodu balikodu balikodu Balikodu balikodu balikodu
Balikodu balikodu balikodu Balikodu balikodu balikodu
Balikodu balikodu balikodu Balikodu balikodu balikodu

Song Meaning & Analysis

Devaralan Aattam, meaning 'The Dance of the Devaralan' (a priest or shaman), is a powerful and intense war cry from the movie Ponniyin Selvan 1. The song is a fervent invocation, primarily to Lord Murugan, the god of war, and fierce goddesses like Durga (Sangari), Soodhani, and Bhairavi. It vividly describes the brutal reality of battle, with percussive sounds mimicking war drums and the clash of weapons, setting a visceral tone. The lyrics speak of bodies seeking power meeting their destruction by the sword, the surrounding war, hot blood, and an unending frenzied roar, painting a picture of relentless conflict and the warrior's mindset.

The song progresses into a series of urgent commands and pleas for divine intervention. It calls upon Murugan by his various names and attributes, seeking his protection for the clan and his aid in battle. The lyrics question the future – whether rains will fall, the land will prosper, and strongholds will endure – highlighting the stakes of the war. The climax of the song is a chilling demand for sacrifice, where fierce goddesses are depicted as asking for the blood of the royal clan, the king's crown, and the youth's head, emphasizing the extreme measures and sacrifices believed necessary to secure victory and appease the deities in ancient warfare. It's a raw, primal expression of devotion and desperation in the face of impending conflict.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Devaralan Aattam?

Devaralan Aattam is sung by A. R. Rahman.

Which movie is Devaralan Aattam from?

The song Devaralan Aattam is featured in the movie Ponniyin Selvan 1.

Who wrote the lyrics for Devaralan Aattam?

The lyrics for Devaralan Aattam were written by Popular Lyricist.

Music Video

Devaralan Aattam official music video

Song Details

Song NameDevaralan Aattam
SingersA. R. Rahman
LyricistPopular Lyricist
LanguageTamil

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